KETO Protein Mounds Bars ❤

Protein Mounds Bars

I keep these in the freezer and love to get my sugar fix with a couple of these. Turned out amazing!

Ingredients: 

• 1 C Greek Yogurt
• 1 C Unsweetened Coconut Shreds
• 1-2 Scoops Vanilla Protein Powder (depending on the size of scoop - just so there's about 28-30 added protein grams)
• Dark or Milk Chocolate Chips
• 1 tsp Coconut Oil
• Chocolate Chips alternative: 1 cup cacao or cocoa powder, 1 cup coconut oil melted, 30 drops stevia or sugar replacement of 3 T and 1 tsp vanilla extract. 

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients except chocolate.
2. Roll into balls, small rectangles or flatten into mini circles  to resemble Thin Mints.
3. Place into freezer for about 30 minutes to 1 hour to freeze.
4. Melt chocolate with coconut oil in microwave for 10 seconds at a time and stir in between so it doesn't burn. 
5. With a fork or spoon (if balls) dip and coat the frozen coconut balls and place on parchment paper to set. 
6. Store in container in the freezer or refrigerator.

Comments:

• I think making little discs is easier to eat and dip into the melted chocolate with a fork. 

Variations:

• Could add some almonds into the mixture to mimic an Almond Joy! 

Macros:

    Servings 20  (1)  Calories: 95 | Protein: 3.1g | Net Carbs 6.3g | Fats: 8g

KETO Protein Triangle Pockets Bake ❤

 

Protein Triangle Pockets Bake

This is so versatile. The filling options are endless.  I will be using this recipe for a lot of different dishes. Turned out amazing!

Ingredients: 

• 4 Protein Tortillas
• 2 C fully cooked meat (ground turkey, chicken, beef, steak strips, shrimp, cod)
• 1 jar marinara sauce - no sugar added
• 12 oz Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• Optional add ins: diced green peppers, onions, black olives, mushrooms, pepperoni)
• Spices to taste: red pepper flakes, Italian seasonings, oregano, s/p, garlic powder, fresh garlic

Instructions:

1. Cut 1 tortilla in half.
2. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce onto the tortilla. 
3. Place 1-2 T of protein in the middle of the tortilla.
4. Top the meat with 1-2 T of shredded cheese.
5. Fold one side to make a triangle and fold the other side on top of the other side so it looks like  a complete triangle. 
6. Place seam side down on a round baking dish or pizza pan lined with parchment paper. 
7. Continue with tortillas until a complete circle is done.
8. Top more marinara sauce and your favorite toppings.
9. Finish with a layer of cheese.
10. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes.

Comments:

• Make sure you don't fill the triangles too full or they won't close. That's why you add your favorite toppings on top of the triangles (like a pizza).

Variations:

• CHEESEBURGER: Add cooked beef/turkey, onions and cheddar cheese. Smear mustard or ketchup instead of the marinara sauce. Top with more cheese and serve with shredded lettuce and pickles and special sauce/mustard/ketchup.
• TACO: Add cooked beef/turkey, onions and cheddar cheese. Smear enchilada sauce instead of the marinara sauce. Top with more cheese and jalapenos. Serve with shredded lettuce and fresh jalapenos and hot sauce.

Macros:

    Servings 6  Calories: 173 | Protein: 18g | Net Carbs 5g | Fats: 7g